BBC faces 'profound jeopardy' without funding overhaul, Tim Davie says
Outgoing BBC director general Tim Davie warns of 'profound jeopardy' without funding reform, signals support for licence fee overhaul.
Category : Constitution
Parliament Act 1911 Could Be Used to Override Lords on Assisted Dying
Supporters of assisted dying plan to use the Parliament Act 1911 to override the House of Lords if it blocks the bill, reviving a rarely used law last applied in 2004.
University of Sussex Overturns £585,000 Fine in Free Speech Ruling
High Court overturns University of Sussex's £585,000 fine, ruling OfS biased in free speech case involving professor Kathleen Stock.
95% of Jury Trials Could Be Scrapped Under Labour Plans
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to scrap up to 95% of jury trials in England and Wales to tackle a record backlog, sparking debate over judicial diversity and fairness.
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Thousands of Lawyers Urge Starmer to Rethink Plans to Cut Jury Trials
Thousands of lawyers urge PM Starmer to rethink plans to scrap jury trials for cases with sentences up to three years, warning of miscarriages of justice.
US Judge Blocks California Mask Ban for Federal Agents
Federal judge blocks California mask ban for ICE agents, citing discrimination against federal government; identification law upheld.
Iran Halts Peace Talks After Trump Threat
Iran has withdrawn from peace negotiations in Switzerland, demanding an apology from President Trump after he threatened to 'blow the s*** out of' Iranian negotiators, citing violations of the ceasefire.
Starmer on Brink of Resignation as Burnham Returns
Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly considering resigning as Prime Minister after Andy Burnham's by-election win, with Cabinet pressure to set a departure timetable.
Battle of Hastings narrative challenged: King Harold may have sailed, not marched
New research suggests King Harold sailed to Stamford Bridge, not marched, challenging a key factor in his defeat at the Battle of Hastings.
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US Supreme Court Rules Trump Has ‘Absolute Immunity’ for Official Acts
US Supreme Court grants Trump immunity for official acts, delaying election subversion trial.
Trump Faces MAGA Backlash Over Iran Peace Deal
Donald Trump and JD Vance defend the Iran peace deal after fierce criticism from MAGA allies, including Ted Cruz and Bill Cassidy, over a proposed $300 billion fund for Tehran.
Trump Says Starmer Will Resign, Failed on Immigration and Energy
Donald Trump claims Keir Starmer will resign as UK PM, citing failures on immigration and energy. Pressure mounts as over 100 Labour MPs call for his departure.
Trump Says Starmer Will Resign Over Immigration, Energy
US President Donald Trump has claimed that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign, citing failures on immigration and energy policies, and urged the UK to open North Sea oil.
Iceland EU Vote: Expert Says Joining Is 'Worst Decision'
Iceland will hold a referendum on EU membership August 29. Professor Haraldur Ólafsson, leading the 'no' campaign, says joining would be a poor business decision and a step away from democracy, citing Brexit lessons.
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Neil Kinnock: Rejoining EU Is Patriotic After 10 Years of Decline
Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock writes that Brexit has caused a 6-8% GDP loss, costing households £6,000. He argues rejoining the EU is patriotic and vital for Britain's future.
Venezuela Prisoners Protest on Roof, Demand Director's Removal
Inmates at Barinas prison protest on roof, set fires, demand director's removal over alleged shooting of unarmed prisoners.
Badenoch 'critical' in Aberdeen South by-election win, Findlay says
Kemi Badenoch played a 'critical' role in the Conservatives' Aberdeen South by-election victory, Scottish leader Russell Findlay said, as the Tories won the seat from the SNP with a 6,000-vote majority.
Badenoch 'critical' in Aberdeen South by-election victory
Kemi Badenoch played a 'critical' role in the Conservatives' Aberdeen South by-election victory, according to Scottish leader Russell Findlay, as the party won the seat from the SNP by over 6,000 votes.
Spain Removes Gibraltar Border Checkpoints for First Time in 300 Years
For the first time in over 300 years, Spain has removed border checkpoints at Gibraltar, as part of a post-Brexit deal that will create a frictionless land border and shift checks to the airport and port.
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Palace Reinstates Hyphen to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Buckingham Palace reinstates hyphen to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's surname, following omission in October announcement.
Jack Straw: Strasbourg Court Has Backed Off Over Rights Rulings
Jack Straw says European Court of Human Rights has backed off prisoner voting rights, showing 'outbreak of common sense'.
Cornish Language Awarded Highest Level Of Protection
Cornish language granted same protected status as Welsh, Irish and Scottish Gaelic under European charter, with active promotion required in education, courts and media.
US Supreme Court Blocks Alabama's Bid to Execute Intellectually Disabled Inmate
US Supreme Court blocks Alabama from executing intellectually disabled inmate Joseph Clifton Smith, upholding lower court ruling.
WASPI Campaign Raises Over £250,000 for Judicial Review Amid DWP U-Turn
WASPI updates on £252k fundraiser for judicial review against DWP over state pension age changes for 1950s-born women.
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Benn Challenges Northern Ireland Legacy Act At Echr
High Court rules NI Legacy Act immunity breaches human rights; Benn challenges government.
Langton Exposes Abbott's Trumpian History Rewrite
Marcia Langton critiques Tony Abbott's new book for Trumpian rhetoric, factual errors, and a blend of history and ideology.
Palestinian Group Barred From Antisemitism Hearing
Australia Palestine Advocacy Network refused leave to appear at royal commission on antisemitism, saying Palestinian voices excluded from debate.
Assisted Dying Bill Fails in Lords, Supporters Vow to Fight On
Assisted dying bill fails in Lords after 1,200 amendments; supporters vow to reintroduce identical bill in next session.
Public Still Skeptical of Brexit 10 Years On
Nearly a decade after the 2016 referendum, Newcastle residents express regret and frustration over Brexit's impact on finances, immigration, and trade, with many saying they would change their vote.
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BBC Under Threat Like Never Before: New Protection Plan Proposed
Pat Younge proposes a permanent charter, independent governance board and proper funding to protect the BBC from unprecedented threats.
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